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India by Train
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A Private tour of India by train, from Delhi to Calcutta via the Taj Mahal |
Ref: IN05
14 days
from £1595 (minimum 2 passengers)
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Destination:
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There are few places in the world where the excitement of train travel is so alive. On this tour you will travel across the vast Indian plains, stopping at the Cites of Agra, Gwalior, Khajaraho and Varanasi to visit Indias most famous and beautiful attractions before finishing your trip at the bustling Howagh station in Calcutta. This tour combines the luxury of fine hotels with the compatative simplicity of the railway.
It is often said that India is a continent rather than a country. It is the birthplace of several of the worlds leading religions and home to one of its most advanced ancient civilizations. It is a land that speaks nearly 100 different languages and with many peoples of different customs. Whatever the interests of the visitor, India has a wealth of attractions. Beautiful palaces and monuments. Huge forts and battlements. Temples, shrines and mosques. Unique wildlife and stunning beaches. It has snow-capped mountains and some of the worlds mightiest rivers and most strikingly it has one of the richest and most colourful cultures on Earth. You could travel in India for a year and still not see everything. |
Day 1 | Depart the UK. | Day 2 | Early morning arrival into Delhi. Afternoon sightseeing tour of New Delhi, visiting amongst other things the Rajpath, India gate and the Government buildings. | Day 3 | A day to explore the sights and sounds of Old Delhi, including the Mogul Red Fort and the Jama Masjid. There is also time to visit some of the main bazaars. | Day 4 | In the morning you board the Shatabdi Express to Agra and upon arrival transfer to your hotel. You will visit the magnificent Red Fort with its huge defences and delicate pavillions before moving onto the Taj Mahal, one of the most famous buildings in the world and testament not only to the skills of the craftsmen of the Moguls but also of an Emperors everlasting love. | Day 5 | Today you will visit the deserted city of Fatehpur Sikri, once the capital of the Emperor Akbar the Great. The city remains in near perfect condition because of a water shortage that drove the inhabitants away and stopped development in later years and allows a fascinating insight into the life at the Mughal court in the 16th century. Overnight in Agra. | Day 6 | Morning Train journey to the fort city of Gwalior, once home to the Scindia dynasty. The rest of the day is spent touring the fort and exploring the town. | Day 7 | You move on to Jhansi, once the centre of the Bundela kings and explore its main sights and bazaars before moving onto Khajuraho for the night. | Day 8 | In the morning you tour the complex of 85 temples famed for their depiction of scenes from the Kama Sutra in the erotic carvings that cover them. Afternoon flight to Varanasi where you have an evening to relax. | Day 9 | An early morning boat trip allows you the opportunity to witness the ancient rites of worship on the ghats or river steps. You then go to Sarnath, the location of the Buddha's first sermon before transferring to the station in time for the overnight Calcutta train. | Day 10 | After a night watching the lights, lamps and landscape of the Indian Plains slipping past your window, you arrive at Howarh station in Calcutta and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the afternoon is spent on an orientation tour. | Day 11 | A day at leisure to explore Calcutta in more detail, whether that be the Temples and monuments or the busy bazaars for last minute shopping. | Day 12 | Free morning before transfering to the station to catch the Rajhani Express, one of India's premier train services, back to Delhi. Supper abroad. | Day 13 | Arrive Delhi and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for last minute shopping and sightseeing. | Day 14 | Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Arrive UK. |
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|  The Park, Delhi 4*
188 luxurious rooms that are both traditional and contemporary: art lining the walls, recycled paper in writing bureaus, electronic safes, minibars, internet accessibility, telephones with voicemail and cable televisions. Shopping is within reach. Connaught Place with all the State Emporia and Cottage Industries. Janpath's pavement shopping is right here and even Khan Market, the South Extension and Sundernagar are just a quick drive away. The Hotel is tantalisingly close to all the places you want to see, talk about and remember. Museums, Galleries, shopping arcades and Religious Centres. more >> |  Howard Park, Agra 4*
The Howard Park Plaza offers the discerning traveller 83 first class rooms & suites. The hotel's cuisine is renowned for its taste and splendour. Its guests enjoy a view of the Taj Mahal from the rooftop viewing gallery. The monument is just 1.5 kms. away. Howard Park Plaza is very centrally located, only 5 kms. from the Railway Station. The Coffee Shop finished in parquet and stone, sets the tone for relaxed all time dining. Coconut Groove overlooking the pool, offers typical Indian dining more >> |
Departures Between | Price from | 01 Jan 03 - 30 Jun 03 | *£1595 | 28 Aug 03 - 12 Dec 03 | *£1668 | 01 Jul 03 - 27 Aug 03
13 Dec 03 - 31 Dec 03 | *£1737 | | *Prices subject to confirmation |
Price is per person based on two sharing and includes:
- International and domestic flights
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9 nights accommodation with breakfast based on twin share
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Overnight sleeper to Calcutta and to Delhi with supper on board
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All transfers/sightseeing tours
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Local English speaking guide
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Entrance fees at the monuments and present govt taxes
Not included: main meals in towns and cities. Insurance
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India by Train
A Private tour of India by train, from Delhi to Calcutta via the Taj Mahal
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